THE ROAD TO ROSE BEND Rose Bend, Book 1

Narrator Mari's soothing, resonant voice takes listeners on an emotional journey through grief, love, and forgiveness. Pregnant and divorced, Sydney has returned to her hometown to start over. Mari's bold and bright tone mirrors Sydney's newfound independence as she settles in and forms an unexpected connection with the town's mayor, Coltrane. Mari's performance of Coltrane starts off sounding sedate and weighty because he is still dealing with the deaths of his wife and child. Mari thoughtfully portrays Coltrane's transition from grief-stricken widower to Sydney's fiercely protective lover. The narration moves at a measured pace, and Mari takes her time to find kind and compassionate voices for Coltrane's supportive family. This perfectly paced audiobook comes with a lively bonus story. J.E.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2021]